Restaurants in Waterloo

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Basal Pizza 225 W 4th St, Waterloo Pizza • $$
225 W 4th St, Waterloo

“Tim is the chef on weekends and i will give him straight kudos. He told me to come in and try their Detroit style pizza and it was amazing. Im all about making sure and try the local businesses and Basal has won me over for good pizza. The atmosphere is very eclectic and very cool. Again Tim is the man. Thank you for telling me to give them a chance.”

4.7 Superb154 Reviews
Geno's Pizza 2060 Crossroads Blvd #124, Waterloo Pizza • $$
2060 Crossroads Blvd #124, Waterloo

“The pizza was reminiscent of being in NY and grabbing a slice of freshly made pizza! It wasn't busy, but there was a study stream of people. We will be re-visiting.Kid-friendliness: He cut the pizza into small pieces for our 2 year old.”

5 Superb47 Reviews
Anna's Kitchen 5 N Elk Run Rd, Waterloo Salad • $$
5 N Elk Run Rd, Waterloo

“We had a large party (11) people including 4 children. The kitchen did an excellent job serving us and other customers. The environment was awesome, the menu had a huge variety of items and all were top notch. Anna was extremely kind and interacted with the children and customers. I highly recommend this restaurant and am excited to come again.”

4.9 Superb58 Reviews
Cappella Magna 622 Commercial Street, Waterloo Breakfast • $$$
622 Commercial Street, Waterloo

“We hosted our son’s wedding in this marvelous place…. Nothing but awesomeness. Jaw dropped, eyes wide open can’t miss a thing! Customer service number one for me❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ You guys y’all did an outstanding job”

4.7 Superb103 Reviews
Three Amigos Family Restaurant 2820 Falls Ave, Waterloo Mexican • $$
2820 Falls Ave, Waterloo

“Came in for a late lunch with a group while passing through town. Server friendly! Atmosphere pretty good. Nothing over the top. Chips good, salsa is set up for midwestern white people- no heat/fire- maybe there was another option? Had the steak fajita burrito. Good food-Tasty but nothing to write home about. Huge portions- some in the group was unable to finish their meal. Departed the restaurant full. Margarita seemed lack luster- like very little tequila was involved.”

4.7 Superb59 Reviews
Rodneys Kitchen 624 Sycamore St, Waterloo Soul Food • $$
624 Sycamore St, Waterloo

“This place was amazing. Got a couple burgers and they were fresh and delicious. The fries were Devine. Great guy working there. Super friendly. Will definitely come back when I come back to Iowa!”

4.8 Superb45 Reviews

Restaurants by Cuisine

Cedar Valley Fish Market 218 Division St, Waterloo Seafood • $$
218 Division St, Waterloo

“I recently “rediscovered” the Cedar Valley Fish Market. The service is prompt, attentive and friendly. The food is fresh and delicious. And boy can they handle a crowd of customers. They have the best cole slaw around.”

4.7 Superb47 Reviews
Highway 63 Diner 3030 Marnie Ave, Waterloo Family • $$
3030 Marnie Ave, Waterloo

“We went here for the first time and we loved it. There was a 30 min wait to get a table when we went at 5:30 (Saturday night). The food was great, I wish they would have told us in the beginning that they were sold on the ribeye steaks so our hearts weren't set on that. The service was slow, I know it was busy but hostess or busers could have gotten drink orders to start us off, instead we sat there for 10 mins before being asked about drinks. We definitely will be back! Glad we gave this place a chance.”

4.4 Superb139 Reviews
Green Fields Health Center 2920 Falls Ave, Waterloo Health Food • $$$$
2920 Falls Ave, Waterloo

“Donna Jo and all of you are so professional and the best. Thank you for everything and all that you do for us customers' . The best of the best Greenfields❤️???”

5 Superb20 Reviews

Restaurants with Delivery

Chilito's Mexican Bar And Grill 441 E Tower Park Dr, Waterloo Mexican • $$
441 E Tower Park Dr, Waterloo

“Great food and service. First time trying this place.Vegetarian options: Two vegetarian dishes were ordered and both were made perfect!Parking: Please remove the snow. Whole parking lot was not plowed.”

4.5 Superb56 Reviews
D & K Hickory House Restaurant 315 Park Rd, Waterloo American • $$
315 Park Rd, Waterloo

“We had a 4 or 5 course meal. Everything was delicious! Nice place to go for special occasions. Steaks, seafood, chicken, you name it, they had it! First we had a combo appetizer, then rolls, choice of soup, etc., salad, then our meal, and of course we had dessert! All awesome ?”

4.6 Superb28 Reviews
Taqueria Los Reyes 403 Franklin St Suite C, Waterloo Mexican • $$
403 Franklin St Suite C, Waterloo

“You can’t go wrong with any pick on their menu! Food is amazing! Service is amazing! Definitely top pick in town!!Vegetarian options: Would request no meat with certain itemsKid-friendliness: Offers a kids menu!”

4.4 Superb47 Reviews

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Chapala Family Mexican Restaurant 900 La Porte Rd, Waterloo Mexican • $$
900 La Porte Rd, Waterloo

“I forgot the first name but the second was Mazatlan.. was great! I have to remember to ask for no green peppers.. I love their taste but they don't like me..”

4.3 Superb64 Reviews
SingleSpeed Brewing Co. 325 Commercial St, Waterloo Brewery • $$
325 Commercial St, Waterloo

“Fun atmosphere w casual fare. Friendly attentive service. We did the beer hall seating w QR code tab. Easy and prompt delivery of our food and beverages. Tacos and flatbreads were good. Best pretzel EVER. Live music was fabulous (UNI jazz bands )”

4.2 Good57 Reviews
Kingpin Social at Maple Lanes 2608 University Ave Suite B, Waterloo Bar & Grill • $$
2608 University Ave Suite B, Waterloo

“Kitchen was really rough to our waitress tonight. Put her behind, and told her incorrect information about the own places menu. It honestly came across as the kitchen staff bullying the new girl.The food is 5 star, especially the Irish nachos and social burger. It would be even better if they remember everything that is advertised in their menu for what is ordered. I will also add that there does seem to be about 1 thing forgotten or not seen by the kitchen staff even when the waitresses do write it down correctly.I understand that it can get hectic in a kitchen, but it should not be a 50% chance that everything is going to be correct for the food. Either the kitchen or the waitresses need to be checking the orders before letting them leave the counter.The drinks are always amazing and the food is delicious. While it is worth coming to as a hole in the wall restaurant, it's best if you memorize what you order so you know you actually get what you ordered.”

4.2 Good39 Reviews

Takeout Restaurants

Sam's Club Cafe 210 E Tower Park Dr, Waterloo Cafe • $$
210 E Tower Park Dr, Waterloo

“The food is great and the prices are AMAZING! They have to be losing money everytime someone buys from here because the prices are so unbelievably cheap. You can get a 4/5 star pizza for around 3 bucks!”

5 Superb3 Reviews
Sookie's Restaurant 506 E Argyle St, Waterloo Breakfast • $$
506 E Argyle St, Waterloo

“Excellent food. Nice talking with Helen. Had the fried chicken, yams, Mac and cheese, collard greens and Carmel cake. Have to try out a breakfast next time. Will definitely be back.”

4.4 Superb7 Reviews
China Express 2060 Crossroads Blvd # 242, Waterloo Chinese • $$
2060 Crossroads Blvd # 242, Waterloo

“Love the people who do what they do best. Beyond friendly, awesome and all around the best. Good food at great prices and am glad they are still around even though the rest of the place is not. They deserve a spot with the best.”

4.1 Good16 Reviews

Drive-Thru Restaurants

The Brown Bottle 209 W 5th St, Waterloo Italian • $$
209 W 5th St, Waterloo

“We go to Brown Bottle all the time. It's a little pricey but you get a good amount of food for what you pay. Wait staff is always great and food is delicious!”

4 Good65 Reviews
Doughy Joey's Peetza Joynt 300 W 4th St, Waterloo Pizza • $$
300 W 4th St, Waterloo

“Love the music here. I've been here several times. The staff are super friendly and the food is good. I have Celiac disease. I've tried the gluten free taco, sausage, and pepperoni pizzas. My favorite is the pepperoni. I have it several times, and I have not gotten sick from contamination.Dietary restrictions: Has gluten free pizza that is good. The crust is thin but delicious.”

3.9 Good61 Reviews
Rudy's Tacos 2401 Falls Ave, Waterloo Tacos • $$
2401 Falls Ave, Waterloo

“Rudy's has delicious casual Mexican fare! Their ingredients are incredibly fresh and locally sourced - it makes a big difference. They have great service for both dine in and take out. Always a treat to visit Rudy's!Kid-friendliness: The casual, open atmosphere where you choose your own table is kid friendly and comfortable! Our kiddos love the food, too.”

3.9 Good65 Reviews

Cheap Eats

1850 Patio Grill 1850 W Ridgeway Ave #5, Waterloo Bar & Grill • $$
1850 W Ridgeway Ave #5, Waterloo

“Waterloo doesn't have a ton of "good" restaurants apart from chains and fast food. We decided to try this for a late lunch on a Friday. We were surprised by the nice atmosphere the restaurant brought in and we would go back to sit on the patio once it is nice out. The wait staff were attentive and kind, we did not have to wait, the service is a little slower for food and our food was fresh so not a problem. The food was pretty good, we were surprised by the pricing compared to the atmosphere - the value is great for the meal you receive. The food is hot and fresh though the chocolate lava cake was a little lacking and I wouldn't get that again. Otherwise our sandwiches were hot, correct, and tasty. I'd recommend this place!”

3.8 Good55 Reviews
LongHorn Steakhouse 1425 E San Marnan Dr, Waterloo Steak House • $$
1425 E San Marnan Dr, Waterloo

“Waitress was sweet amd food was very filling. Would wish butter for bread and baked potatoes was little softer to spread. And more sauce for spicy chicken bites.”

3.8 Good108 Reviews
Lj's Neighborhood Bar & Grill 3550 Kimball Ave, Waterloo Bar & Grill • $$
3550 Kimball Ave, Waterloo

“We were down the street at Damon’s bar and grill (pass that place up the service is horrible and head to LJs)Our waiter she was so nice welcoming and fun.. she told us of all the drink specials she paid attention to us we had SEVERAL DRINKS! ? all were good that Salted Carmel Martini and the Cedar Valley Splach I loved!!The shrimp basket HOT FRESH And Crispy the beer battered fries ? on pointThe prices are reasonable and I enjoyed my night I will frequent the is place more often when I’m in town.. Sorry to my waiter I did t get your name or forgot it after drink 2 of 6 ? but u did an amazing job turning my almost nasty night into an amazing nightParking: Open parking lotKid-friendliness: It’s a pub and grill so it’s family friendly”

3.7 Good72 Reviews
Tokyo Bay Japanese Steakhouse & Sushi Bar 1931 Sears St, Waterloo Japanese • $$
1931 Sears St, Waterloo

“Very neat place to ear. It was a great experience and the food was great. We went in a group and ate at the grill, the cook was fun to watch and made the experience very unique. I will be going back here.”

3.5 Good47 Reviews
Red Apple Chinese Restaurant 305 W 4th St, Waterloo Chinese • $$
305 W 4th St, Waterloo

“Is this Waterloo's Best kept secret. We are from West Des Moines IA, traveling around. Today's road trip ?. Googled red apple ?. This came up not a lot of starts ?. Which is sad. This place is really good ? even my wife loved it . Quick fast food delivery to the table and a calming restaurant to boot. Must come ”

3.3 Good39 Reviews
Red Lobster 941 E San Marnan Dr, Waterloo Seafood • $$
941 E San Marnan Dr, Waterloo

“My friend and I each ordered the Ultimate Feast: 4 different seafood options from a list along with two side dishes. I had grilled scallops, Maine lobster tail, Parrot Coconut Shrimp, and Garlic Shrimp Scampi. Plus their delicious cheddar biscuits. Dragon shrimp appetizer. It was all delicious and well-cooked. Our waitress was attentive, helpful, and very pleasant.Wheelchair accessibility: Handicap parking and wheel chair accessible.”

3.4 Good99 Reviews
Carlos O'Kelly's - Waterloo 2060 Sovia Dr #104, Waterloo Mexican • $$
2060 Sovia Dr #104, Waterloo

“My husband and I went on a Saturday, and surprisingly it was not busy AT ALL! Quick service, and our waitress was amazing! We had small talk and we all laughed together. She was very helpful with anyone questions we had about the food etc.”

3.3 Good70 Reviews
Hibachi Sushi Buffet 1535 Flammang Dr, Waterloo Buffet • $$
1535 Flammang Dr, Waterloo

“Walked on and a kid was at the counter playing Minecraft on his phone. He took our money and showed us to our seats. We got up and got some drinks and silverware and then started exploring the buffet. All of the food was amazing and it was a good price. They have a freezer with some small ice cream cups as a desert. The interior was very nice and beautiful and it wasn't very busy. The tables were cleaned and it looked like this place was family owned. Overall, great experience and would come any day.Parking: There were many spots.”

2.5 Average81 Reviews
Pancheros Mexican Grill - Waterloo 2845 Crossroads Blvd, Waterloo Mexican • $$
2845 Crossroads Blvd, Waterloo

“I don't normally eat pancheros but thought I would try it again. I got a cheese and a steak quesadilla. It was delicious and I will definitely go again. The service was quick and the atmosphere was inviting. The restaurant was clean and orderly.”

2.2 Poor205 Reviews

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